India's entrepreneurial scene is growing, with creative minds guiding the country towards economic expansion and recognition on a worldwide scale. Anupam Mittal, Vineeta Singh, Namita Thapar, Peyush Bansal, Ghazal Alagh, Ashneer Grover, and Aman Gupta stand out among the numerous trailblazers as outstanding entrepreneurs who have turned their ideas into Shark Tank India has been a huge success, satiating Indian viewers with business and entrepreneurial insights. We’ve come a long way from being a country of government enterprise to bringing entrepreneurs to starlight. This pro-business change in the Indian mindset catalysed the entertainment channels to bring a world-famous TV Show- The SharkTank, to India. In this article, we’ll explore the Sharks and their business on the road less taken.

1. Anupam Mittal, Founder and CEO, People Group

The founder of People Group, Anupam Mittal, is one such maverick who has irrevocably changedIndia's digital environment. Anupam Mittal, the brains behind one of the nation's biggest internet-based businesses, has transformed how people meet and fall in love online. Anupam Mittal started his business career in the middle of the 1990s when India's internet was still in its infancy. He saw the internet's enormous potential to link people in ways that had never been seen before since he had a degree in computer science and a love for technology. Anupam set out to develop a platform that would transform the idea of marriage in India, driven by a desire to unite conventional matching techniques with contemporary technology, replacing the traditional newspaper snippets for relations.  He established People Group in 1996, withShaadi.com as the company's primary product.

Shaadi.com's popularity led Anupam Mittal's People Group to diversify into other businesses. WithMakaan.com and Mauj Mobile, the company entered the real estate and mobile value-added services industries, respectively. Anupam's entrepreneurial dexterity and adaptability were displayed in these ventures as he investigated several industries and located growth prospects.

In addition to his financial success, Anupam is renowned for his charity and kindness. He has actively backed several humanitarian organisations and programmes to uplift underserved populations and advance healthcare and education.

Anupam Mittal, the creator of People Group and the creative force behind Shaadi.com, has permanently altered the face of the Indian industry. His innovative work in advancing the idea of matching via technology has profoundly influenced millions of people's lives, in addition to revolutionising the marital sector.

2. Vineeta Singh, Co-Founder and CEO, Sugar Cosmetics
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One of the few sharks who came with the academic Indian royalty, Vineeta Singh’s career story has not been your usual run-of-the-mill IIM Graduate.  An IIT-IIM graduate, she started her career at Deutsche Bank and went on to found FAB BAG in 2012. She spoke in an interview about her hardships with her first startup, not scaling as she wanted, but with SUGAR,  she has become a well-known personality in the cutthroat world of cosmetics and beauty, paving the way for innovation and diversity in India's cosmetics sector. Vineeta Singh set out on her entrepreneurial adventure with the goal of developing a cosmetics line that would meet the many requirements of contemporary Indian women. She co-founded Sugar Cosmetics in 2015, an edgy and modern cosmetics.

The company's advertising campaigns have been the most catchy ones promoting the idea that cosmetics is a tool for self-expression rather than a requirement to fit in with social conventions, challenging traditional notions of beauty and encouraging women to embrace their uniqueness. This allowed the company to churn out good financials in FY21and FY22.

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Young customers who want authenticity and representation in the goods they use have responded well to Vineeta's tireless attempts to redefine beauty. Sugar Cosmetics' dedication to diversity and inclusion is shown by the large selection of colours appropriate for all skin tones, making it available to a wide variety of clients. The company makes investments in R&D and uses cutting-edge technology to generate goods that are long-lasting, free of animal testing, and made with safe components. Sugar Cosmetics' product portfolio, which includes eyeshadow palettes, immaculate foundations, and colourful lipsticks, demonstrates Vineeta's commitment to keeping on top of fashion trends and giving customers the newest in beauty advancements. The company has developed a devoted following of customers who love and trust its products because of its focus on continual development and client input. The success of Sugar Cosmetics is largely due to Vineeta Singh's creative marketing techniques. The company has embraced social media, digital marketing, and influencer partnerships to establish a strong online presence and successfully interact with its target audience. As a consequence of appealing to tech-savvy millennials and Gen Z customers, Sugar Cosmetics has emerged as a major player in the online beauty industry.

Beyond her contributions to the cosmetics sector, Vineeta Singh fervently supports female business and development. She actively encourages and guides ambitious female company owners, imparting her knowledge and expertise to help them overcome obstacles and establish profitable enterprises. Vineeta Singh's career as theCEO of Sugar Cosmetics is a prime example of the ability of foresight, imagination, and determination to transform a business. She has made SugarCosmetics into a brand that speaks to the ambitions of contemporary Indian women via her dedication to excellence, inclusion, and empowerment. Vineeta's narrative acts as motivation for aspiring businesspeople and emphasises the significance of maintaining one's morals while achieving one's goals.

3. Namita     Thapar, Emcure Pharma's Executive Director

Among only a fewSharks who come from a strong background in business, Namita Thapar has become a well-known personality in the fast-paced world of pharmaceuticals, promoting innovation and change in India's healthcare industry. Emcure Pharmaceuticals is now a major participant on a worldwide scale in the pharmaceutical sector because of Namita Thapar's vision and leadership as the company's ExecutiveDirector. Emcure Pharmaceuticals had decided to IPO and the DRHP filled withSEBI set an IPO valuing the company between Rs. 4500 crores to Rs. 5000 crores.

A solid academic background was the starting point for Namita Thapar's career as an entrepreneur and business leader in the pharmaceutical sector. Namita set out on a quest to make a significant contribution to India's healthcare system after earning a degree in pharmacy. She joined the family-owned company Emcure Pharmaceuticals at the beginning of her career because she was passionate about the industry and had a deep interest in research and development.

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She explained the three pillars of innovation, quality, and affordability to Namita's mission for Emcure. Namita has concentrated on extending Emcure's product line to include a wide variety of therapeutic areas since she is dedicated to solving unmet medical needs. A leader in low-cost generic drugs, Emcure Pharma became a major player in providing inexpensive and high-quality drugs and the business's emphasis on creating generic medications has made a substantial contribution to lowering healthcare costs and improving patient outcomes. The dedication of Emcure to research & development has resulted in the release of a number of ground-breaking drugs in fields including cancer, cardiology, and infectious illnesses. Millions of patients have benefited from these ground-breaking medications, which have improved their quality of life in addition to offering effective treatment alternatives.

In Shark Tank,Namita has been touted as the one to honour the most number of deals made on the show. Emcure Pharma has expanded its international reach under the direction of Namita Thapar, selling its goods to more than 70 nations. The firm has gained respect and recognition in the global arena as a result of its ability to adhere to strict regulatory norms. The company's worldwide growth and partnerships with major multinational pharmaceutical companies have been made possible by Namita's strategic vision and intelligent decision-making.

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Beyond financial achievement, Namita's efforts in the pharmaceutical industry have improved the lives of individuals all around the world via her commitment to providing affordable healthcare. Namita Thapar continues to serve as an example for ambitious executives in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries as she steers Emcure Pharma on its road to success and expansion.

4. Peeyush Bansal, founder and CEO of Lenskart

One of the more popular faces in the startup space in India, even before becoming a shark,Peeyush Bansal has distinguished himself as a pioneering businessman in the fast-paced world of e-commerce and retail by revolutionising the Indian eyeglasses market with his bold project, Lenskart. Peeyush Bansal took a novel strategy to the online eyewear retail industry that rocked the industry and gave millions of Indians access to reasonably priced eyeglasses. PeeyushBansal's entrepreneurial career started with a straightforward goal: to transform how Indians shop for eyeglasses completely. He launched Lenskart in2010 with the conviction that eyeglasses could be both trendy and inexpensive.His goal was to establish an eyeglasses one-stop shop where clients could find a large variety of frames, sunglasses, and contact lenses at affordable costs.

Before Lenskart entered the market, purchasing glasses in India was often a time-consuming and costly affair. Customers had few options, and conventional brick-and-mortar optical shops sometimes lacked the ease and transparency that contemporary consumers desired. After identifying this market gap, Peeyush Bansal sought to change the conventional retail paradigm. Customers may now buy eyeglasses online thanks to Lenskart's creative web platform. Users could virtually try on frames thanks to the brand's virtual try-on function, which helped them ensure their decisions were well-informed and confident. This completely changed the way people purchase eyeglasses by giving them a smooth, practical, and customised experience.

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 The success of Lenskart has been largely attributed to Peeyush Bansal's dedication to both cost and quality. The company chooses from various current and fashionable frames, ensuring that each one adheres to high standards of quality. By eliminating middlemen and producing its own frames, Lenskart has been able to pass along cost savings to its consumers, ensuring that everyone can afford high-quality eyewear. Because of its ongoing emphasis on cost, Lenskart has become the preferred source for eyeglasses among Indian consumers.Additionally, the  company has developed a devoted client base that relies on Lenskart for all of its eyewear requirements thanks to its focus on customer happiness and after-sales care.

The charitable efforts of Lenskart reflect Peeyush Bansal's enthusiasm for social impact. The"Eye-Donation Drive", sponsored by the company, seeks to promote eye donation and fight blindness in India. By promoting eye donations and increasing awareness of eye health via this campaign, Lenskart has significantly improved many people's lives.

The path of Lenskart's creator Peeyush Bansal is a prime example of the transformational potential of a visionary business. The eyeglass market in India has been revolutionised by his dedication to innovation, affordability, and customer pleasure, making Lenskart a household brand. Lenskart is a bright example of how commitment, creativity, and a customer-centric mindset can result in amazing success in the cutthroat world of e-commerce and retail as it grows and changes under Peeyush's leadership.

5. Aman Gupta, Boat's CMO and co-founder

 Aman Gupta has established himself as a pioneering businessperson in the fast-paced world of consumer electronics by leading the Indian brand boAt to exceptional success. Co-founder of boAt has revolutionised the industry and won the hearts of tech-savvy customers with his imaginative approach to inventing and delivering high-quality audio and mobile accessories. In 2015, Aman Gupta and his buddy Sameer Mehta co-founded boAt, marking the start of his business career. The two wanted to build a company that would satisfy India's expanding need for fashionable, cost-effective, and cutting-edge audio and mobile accessories. BoAt set out to provide customers with a premium experience without the high price tag by offering outstanding sound quality and stylish aesthetics.

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There was a need for an Indian brand that was aware of the interests and demands of regional customers since, before to boAt's introduction into the market, audio accessories were often dominated by foreign companies. This was an opportunity that Aman Gupta saw and took advantage of, portraying boAt as a domestic alternative that appealed to the tech-savvyIndian young. One of the first companies to use social media and digital marketing, boAt successfully engaged its target demographic and established a significant online presence. Additionally, boAt worked with well-known social media influencers and celebrities to increase its awareness among young people.These partnerships not only assisted in expanding the audience but also served to promote boAt as a fashionable and desirable brand.

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The emphasis on creating a community of devoted clients is one of the distinguishing characteristics of boAt's success. Customers' opinions are regularly sought after and incorporated into product updates and enhancements by Aman Gupta and his team. BoAt has built a devoted fan community that actively promotes the brand via word-of-mouth and social media by fostering a feeling of belonging and paying attention to its consumers' requirements. This focus on the needs of the consumer has helped boAt reach new heights and become a reputable and well-liked brand.

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 One of India's fastest-growing consumer electronics firms, boAt has seen exponential development under the innovative leadership of Aman Gupta. With boAt items being offered in several nations worldwide, the brand's success has also gain edits notoriety on a global scale. In order to better meet its customers' changing demands, boAt has now diversified its product selection to include smartwatches, power banks, and mobile cables.

Aman Gupta's leadership is crucial in directing the brand's course as boAt keeps growing its product lineup and worldwide visibility. In the cutthroat world of consumer electronics, his dedication to providing quality, innovation, and customer pleasure has made boAt a leading Indian brand and a shining example of local success.

6. Past Sharks

 
1. Ashneer Grover, Co-Founder and MD of BharatPe

One of the morecontroversial sharks, Ashneer Grover is a prominent figure in the fintech spaceand the Co-Founder and Managing Director of BharatPe. The company hasrevolutionised digital payments for small and medium-sized merchants in Indiaby providing a single QR code for all payment apps, simplifying the process andreducing costs.

Under Ashneer'sleadership, BharatPe has grown exponentially and raised substantial funding,solidifying its position as one of India's fastest-growing fintech startups.The company's innovative solutions and commitment to empowering merchants haveearned it widespread recognition and support.

 
2. Ghazal Alagh, Co-Founder of MamaEarth

Ghazal Alagh is a pioneering entrepreneur who co-founded Mamaearth, India's first Asia-certified toxin-free personal care brand. Mamaearth caters to the growing demand for natural and safe products for babies, mothers, and all family members.

With Ghazal's passion for sustainability and her dedication to offering chemical-free products, Mama earth has become a trusted brand among health-conscious consumers. The brand's range of skincare, haircare, and wellness products has garnered widespread acclaim, and its commitment to environmental responsibility has resonated with conscious consumers.
 

They say that pop culture is an image of what society holds. In modern terms, TV shows like Shark Tank show what society demands and the demand is unambiguous. The post-liberalisation Indians are as much up for entrepreneurship as our parents were for government jobs.